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Your Class of 1980 Reunion Campaign

1980

FROM Your reunion campaign co-chairs

A message to the Class of 1980

Every five years, our class has the opportunity to reconnect, reflect, and celebrate our time at Stanford. Some found our calling here, others found partners, and all of us made lifelong friends. We’ve signed on as co-chairs for our Class of 1980 reunion campaign, and are asking you to join the campaign committee alongside us.

The 45th reunion campaign focuses on two goals:

  • Creating fun and memorable opportunities for class connection

  • Raising support to ensure current students have the same opportunities we had

Throughout the year, this page will be updated to reflect giving opportunities, events, and highlights from the campaign. We hope you’ll join us in coming together to celebrate and make an impact!

Warmly,

Jim Barnett, Pete Higgins, Mike Kavoukjian, and Jeff Raikes

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Give back during your reunion year

So much of our student experience was supported by alumni before us, and now it’s our chance to pay it forward.

Whether you give through The Stanford Fund or to another part of Stanford, you can choose to support an area that was important to your experience or that you are passionate about.

All gifts made through December 31, 2025, will count towards our class reunion campaign and help our class make a collective impact.

Mail your gift

Make checks payable to “The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University” or “Stanford University” and mail to:

Stanford University
P.O. Box 20466
Stanford, CA 94309-0466

Please include a note telling us how you’d like your gift to be used (for example, “gift designated for The Stanford Fund”).

Make a pledge

Reunion commitments often take the form of multiyear pledges, typically over a five-year period. The entire amount of the pledge counts toward your class’ reunion giving total.

Make a pledge online (external link)

Get involved

Help us reach our goals by volunteering with our campaign committee—just a few hours of your time makes a big impact. For more information about our campaign, please contact our reunion campaign team.

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Why I give

“Reunion campaigns are about more than raising money—they demonstrate the strength of our collective commitment to Stanford and its mission. When alums come together, we’re not just supporting the university financially; we’re investing in its future and ensuring that the opportunities we benefited from are available for generations to come. It’s also a chance to reflect on how far we’ve come, individually and as a community, and to celebrate Stanford’s role in shaping our journeys. By stepping up, we demonstrate that we value what Stanford represents and that we’re committed to helping it continue to thrive.”

Jeff Raikes, ’75

Jeff Raikes

“Alumni contributions play a critical role in Stanford’s continued development, the quality of our institution, and the exceptional experience it offers to students.”

Jim Barnett, ’80

Jim
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